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Freedom Center to host 20th annual King Legacy Celebration; Kroger back as presenting sponsor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 4, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Kroger continues lead sponsorship for third consecutive year; tickets available now CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will again honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with their 20th annual King Legacy Celebration and, for the third consecutive year, Kroger is supporting the event as presenting sponsor. The 2025 King Legacy Celebration will take place January 20,
Freedom Center announces King Legacy Celebration keynote
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 25, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center welcomes Wendy Ellis, DrPH, as 2025 King Legacy Celebration keynote Annual celebration of Dr. King's legacy calls a new generation forward to dismantle systemic inequity; presented by Kroger CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Centerannounced equity innovator, researcher and documentarian Wendy Ellis, DrPH, as keynote for its 20th annual 2025 King Legacy Celebration,
Freedom Center board member celebrated for spirit of volunteerism
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 27, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center board member Pete Strange celebrated for spirit of volunteerism Strange received GCF Jacob E. Davis Volunteer Leadership Award, donates award to Freedom Center's cultural competency training CINCINNATI – Longtime National Underground Railroad Freedom Center board member and prolific community advocate Pete Strange was recognized with the Greater Cincinnati Foundation’s 2024 Jacob E.
Cincinnati Museum Center - New book presents person-centered documentary of the city's history
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 20, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Four Cincinnatis presents person-centered documentary of the city's history Collection of essays by historian Dan Hurley reflects 45-year career; proceeds support Cincinnati Museum Center's History Library and Archives CINCINNATI – Lovers of history and Cincinnati diehards will want to add a new book to their holiday list this year. The new project compiles over four decades of research and
Freedom Center offers Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coins as holiday gift with purpose
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 14, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coins are a gift with a purposeLimited-edition coin series from U.S. Mint available through Dec. 31; portion of proceeds support Freedom Center CINCINNATI – Give a gift that gives back this holiday season. The U.S. Mint’s limited-edition Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coins celebrate the bravery, sacrifice and leadership of Harriet Tubman while supporting the work and mission
Emmett Till exhibition coming to Freedom Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 12, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Upcoming exhibition finds ripple of justice in 70-year-old tragedy Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See opens at the Freedom Center Jan. 10 CINCINNATI – A story of tragedy becomes a spark of hope in a new exhibition coming to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See, produced by the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, The
Freedom Center announces 20th annual King Legacy Celebration
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 30, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center announces 20th annual King Legacy Celebration; Kroger back as presenting sponsor Kroger continues lead sponsorship for third consecutive year; tickets available Nov. 4 CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will again honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with their 20th annual King Legacy Celebration and, for the third consecutive year, Kroger is
Students and community reflect on 60th anniversary of Civil Rights Act of 1964
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 1, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Students and community reflect on Civil Rights Act of 1964 Freedom Center's Onward Freedom display celebrates legislation's 60th anniversary CINCINNATI – Sixty years ago on July 2, after a century of persistent activism in the face of terrorism and violence, justice scored a victory with the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is marking the anniversary
This Week Downtown - 06.13.24
Source Community and jubilation are at the heart of Juneteenth celebrations across downtown this week! Saturday marks Paloozanoire’s fifth year producing Cincinnati’s Juneteenth Block Party. From 4 to 11PM at The Banks, the epic party will showcase freedom and the evolution of Black culture and include a Family Zone featuring Cincinnati Reds mascots and carnival performers, local DJs, minority-owned food trucks, and community-centric activities for all ages. Register for your free Block Party
Freedom Center celebrates true independence with Juneteenth Jubilee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 29, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center celebrates true independence with Juneteenth Jubilee, presented by Gallagher Live music, food trucks, community vendors, free museum admission and Bengals tackle Orlando Brown, Jr. highlight June 19 event CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is inviting the community to gather in jubilation during its inaugural Juneteenth Jubilee, presented by Gallagher. The
Award-winning author Percival Everett visits the Freedom Center March 29
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 26, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center and Joseph-Beth Booksellers bring award-winning author to Cincinnati March 29 Percival Everett reimagines Huck Finn's Jim in newest novel James CINCINNATI – Readers will soon get a new perspective on an American literary classic. The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, in partnership withJoseph-Beth Booksellers, is hosting award-winning author Percival Everett for a closer
Freedom Center voted #2 history museum in the country
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 23, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.orgMuseum recognized as top three museum in USA TODAY vote for fourth year in a row CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center faced off against 20 other museums across the country for the title of Best History Museum in the country. Over a four-week nationwide vote, the nationally-accredited museum garnered the second-most votes in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice awards. This was the
Cincinnati Museum Center twice recognized among nation's best museums
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 23, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Cincinnati History Museum recognized among best in the country Children's Museum also named in top five nationwide in USA TODAY vote CINCINNATI – Two of Cincinnati Museum Center’s (CMC) museums have been recognized among the best in the country. Following a four-week nationwide vote, the Cincinnati History Museum was named one of the top three in the Best History Museum category, while
Freedom Center launches Yoga in the Grand Hall March 10
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 13, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org WHAT: The Freedom Center is helping you find your zen with its new Yoga in the Grand Hall program. On the second Sunday each month, the Freedom Center is inviting you to practice yoga in its gorgeous Grand Hall, offering a morning of mindfulness and reflection in a space designed for just that. Led by certified yoga instructor Adrienne Daniels, Yoga in the Grand Hall is perfect for first-time and
Harriet Tubman stands as The Beacon of Hope in 11-foot statue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 13, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Bronze 11-foot statue on display for a limited time starting March 4 CINCINNATI – Guests to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will soon be greeted by an 11-foot statue of one of history’s greatest heroes. Harriet Tubman, famous as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, is being enshrined in a bronze statue titled The Beacon of Hope, which will be installed outside the Freedom Center on
Free Museum Admission for fourth graders; part of statewide program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 8, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Part of statewide program launched by America 250-Ohio; available through 2026 CINCINNATI – Fourth graders across Ohio will soon be able to visit Cincinnati Museum Center, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and other museums free of charge. The Fourth Grade History pass, unveiled today, is a new program for fourth grade students across the state, giving them exclusive access to select
Black History Month programming kicks off Feb. 2 at the Freedom Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 23, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.orgFreedom Center celebrates Black History Month Programs including film screenings, roundtables and moderated discussions show Black history is American history CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is celebrating Black History Month with a robust schedule of programming that includes film screenings, an educator workshop and a discussion on voter advocacy. “Black History Month is
Vote the Freedom Center #1 History Museum in the Country!
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center has been nominated for Best History Museum in the country! Voting is open from now until February 12th We are excited to announce that the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center has once again been nominated for "Best History Museum" in the country by USA Today’s 10Best! After winning the title of "Best History Museum" last year, we're excited to be nominated again and take this opportunity to bring our mission and resources into a national
Freedom Center nominated one of best history museums in the country
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 15, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center again nominated one of nation's top history museumFreedom Center won in 2023; vote online through February 12 to put the Freedom Center back on top CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is in the running for the nation’s best history museum for the fourth year in a row. USA TODAY’s 10Best recently released their list of nominees for the nation’s 10 Best History
Freedom Center seeking object donations to expand collections
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 7, 2023 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center seeking object donations to expand collections Public opportunity to donate historic and contemporary material as part of museum collections expansion CINCINNATI – Your grandfather’s personal letters, great aunt’s diary or family scrapbook could help expand our shared national history. Spurred by a recent grant to expand its collections storage and preservation space, the National
Freedom Center adds six new board members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 1, 2023 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Robert W. Jones, Robert W. McDonald, Roy A. Mitchell, Michael Moore, Jaia Thomas, Meggan E. Thompson join board; Kenneth B. Robinson re-elected chair CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center elected six new members to its Board of Directors, expanding its board talent and geographic reach. Current board chair Kenneth B. Robinson was re-elected to serve in the role an additional